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Melody

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(1):

(n.) A rhythmical succession of single tones, ranging for the most part within a given key, and so related together as to form a musical whole, having the unity of what is technically called a musical thought, at once pleasing to the ear and characteristic in expression.

(2):

(n.) The air or tune of a musical piece.

(3):

(n.) A sweet or agreeable succession of sounds.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Melody'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​m/melody.html. 1828.
 
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